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Contract Manager - Beaumont, TX

BO-MAC CONTRACTORS LTD. • Beaumont, TX 77726 • Posted 2 days ago

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In-person • Full-time • Mid Level

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The Contract Manager at Bo-Mac Contractors is responsible for managing and maintaining day-to-day contract operations, including coordinating contract reviews, meetings, and supervising support staff. This role involves drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts, managing the contract lifecycle, resolving contractual disputes, ensuring compliance with laws and policies, and providing legal advice to project teams. The position requires a basic knowledge of contract law, excellent negotiation and communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

  • Manages and maintains day-to-day contract operations for Bo-Mac including coordination of contract reviews, meetings and supervising support staff.
  • Draft, review, and negotiate terms and conditions of contracts, purchase orders and miscellaneous agreements.
  • Manage contract lifecycle from initiation to closeout, including amendments and renewals.
  • Address and resolve any contractual disputes or issues that arise.
  • Coordinate with general counsel or outside counsel for litigation or dispute resolution methods.
  • Ensure contracts comply with all relevant laws, regulations and company policies.
  • Maintain organized records of all contracts and related documents.
  • Identify and mitigate potential risks associated with contractual agreements.
  • Conduct regular audits and reviews of contracts and related processes.
  • Facilitate, implement and conduct department wide training on contracting procedures.
  • Provide legal advice and support to project teams on contractual matters.
  • Maintain Texas law license to stay updated on relevant laws and regulations.
  • Develop and implement risk management strategies to minimize legal and financial exposure.
  • Conduct risk assessments of contract and subcontract insurance provisions.
  • Coordinate with corporate insurance risk management and insurance providers for adequate coverage.

Qualifications

Required

  • Basic knowledge of contract law.
  • Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects and deadlines.
  • Advanced PC skills, including MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
  • A Bachelor’s degree in business administration, business management, or construction management.

Preferred

  • Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
  • Licensed to practice law in Texas.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in contract management and legal affairs, preferably in the construction industry.
  • Experience with marine, piling, and civil construction projects.
  • Experience with insurance compliance.

Full Job Description

Are you looking for an opportunity to move your career forward with an established industry leader? Join our team at Bo-Mac Contractors! Bo-Mac is one of the Gulf Coast’s largest specialty contractors with marine, piling and civil groups. Bo-Mac was founded in 1966 and has nearly 60 years of experience serving petrochemical, grain and port facilities from Alabama to Texas, partnering with our clients to provide value to projects of varying scope and complexity.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Manages and maintains day-to-day contract operations for Bo-Mac including coordination of contract reviews, meetings and supervising support staff to ensure the department runs effectively and efficiently and for the general administration of the Contract Management department.
  • Draft, review, and negotiate terms and conditions of contracts, purchase orders and miscellaneous agreements with clients, subcontractors, vendors, and partners, including detailed project insurance requirements.
  • Manage contract lifecycle from initiation to closeout, including amendments and renewals.
  • Address and resolve any contractual disputes or issues that arise.
  • For issues that require litigation or dispute resolution methods such as arbitration or mediation, coordinate with general counsel or outside counsel as needed.
  • Ensure contracts comply with all relevant laws, regulations, and company contracting policies and procedures.
  • Maintain organized records of all contracts and related documents.
  • Identify and mitigate potential risks associated with contractual agreements.
  • Conduct regular audits and reviews of contracts and related processes.
  • Facilitates, implements and conducts department wide training as necessary to ensure necessary staff is familiar with Bo-Mac contracting and subcontracting procedures and requirements.
  • Provide legal advice and support to project teams on contractual matters.
  • Maintain Texas law license to ensure Bo-Mac remains up to date regarding relevant laws, regulations, industry standards, by attending the Texas Bar Association’s Annual Construction Law Conference in San Antoino each year (or comparable CLE seminar) and/or IRMI’s Construction Risk Conference.
  • Develop and implement risk management strategies to minimize legal and financial exposure.
  • Conduct risk assessments of contract and subcontract insurance provisions and provide recommendations to senior management.
  • Coordinate and collaborate with corporate insurance risk management and insurance providers to ensure adequate coverage and ability to comply with contractual requirements for projects.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Basic knowledge of contract law.
  • Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Advanced PC skills, including MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
  • A Bachelor’s degree in business administration, or business management or construction management.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
  • Licensed to practice law in Texas.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in contract management and legal affairs, preferably in the construction industry.
  • Experience with marine, piling, and civil construction projects.
  • Experience with insurance compliance.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

  • Inclusive Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident, Disability, and Illness insurance
  • Company paid Life Insurance
  • Health Savings Account contribution of up to $1,000 per year
  • 401(k) retirement savings program with a company match
  • Employee Assistance Program including discounts with major vendors & products
  • Mental and physical wellness programs
  • Professional Development opportunities

*Applications submitted without a resume will not be considered.

Bo-Mac Contractors, Ltd. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualified Candidates will be considered without regard to race, religion, sex, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity.